Varanasi is the world’s oldest living city and one of the holiest cities in Hinduism. This city enchants and surprises the tourist in the same breath. It is also known as the “Spiritual Capital of India. It is believed that Varanasi is an auspicious place to die, to grant freedom from the cycle of life and death. Varanasi is considered the house of Lord Shiva and located on the bank of Ganga River. It is believed that taking a dip in the Ganga River will wash away all the sins of a person.

Temples, chaos and noise of ghats, Varanasi pan, markets, narrow lanes, chanting and aarti at Ganga Ghat makes Varanasi Trip soulful, sacred, and spectacular. Varanasi got his name by the two Ganges tributaries forming the city borders: Varuna River and the Assi, a small stream. This place is also known as Kashi and Benares. Experience the best of Varanasi with Varanasi Package. It can serve as an offbeat guide to travel from one place to another. Varanasi city is one of the seven holiest cities, which has one Shakti Peeth and one of the twelve Jyotir Linga. Watching sunrise and sunsets from the ghats makes the Varanasi Trip Magical. Hotels in Varanasi are cheap and affordable. Varanasi Tour will leave an impression on you that will last a lifetime. Varanasi Tour Package is affordable and designed in such a way that it perfectly synchronized with the tourist’s schedule.

 Places To Visit 

In Varanasi, there are soo many tourist places where the visitors can visit and can make their trip more amazing. From below you can read about the places which are famous in Varanasi. The sites of Varanasi makes the city more engaging.

Assi Ghat

Assi Ghat is the heart of Varanasi. It is the main attraction for tourists and locals. This Ghat is one of the biggest ghats of Varanasi and it is particularly important as the Assi River and Ganga River meets here. Pilgrims worship Shiva Linga here. Tourist enjoys the amazing view of sunrise and sunset. To enjoy and experience the true feel of Varanasi, one should visit this place. Ganga Aarti adds one more attraction to this place. Tourists enjoy boating over here. It is nearby Banaras Hindu University.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotir Linga. It has an important place in Hinduism. The temple is the core of faith for many Hindus. In the temple, Lord Shiva is worshiped. On the wall of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Hindu scriptures are mentioned There are many small temples that surround this temple. Temple has a unique architecture. Devotees visit this temple throughout the year. As it is believed that to visit this temple followed by taking a dip in River Ganga is a vital way to attain liberation.

Dashashwamedh Ghat

Dashashwamedh Ghat is the Varanasi’s colorful and bustling ghat. Lord Brahma performed the Dasa Ashwamedha sacrifice, that’s why this place got this name Dashashwamedh. This ghat is one of the most visited ghats of Varanasi. In the evening, Ganga aarti is performed, which is an ultimate experience of Varanasi Sightseeing. Most pilgrims visit this ghat at the time of Kartik Purnima to celebrate Dev Deepawali. This place is full of special things and lots more of Lord Shiva. You can find so many happening things on the stairs of the Ganga.

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Freedom Fighter Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya built this temple in the 1900s. This temple is located near the Assi River. Lord Ram and Lord Hanuman are worshiped in this temple. Tourists visit this place throughout the year. This place is an essential part of Varanasi. The main Prasad of this temple is Ladoo. There are lots of monkeys at this temple, however, they are harmless.

Tulsi Mansa Temple

Tulsi Mansa Temple is built is 1964 dedicated to Lord Rama and named after the saint Tulsi. Ram charit Mans has scripted on the wall of this temple. During the month of Sawan, this temple is full of tourists and devotees. During this period tourist can watch special displays of puppets, related to Ramayana which enhance the knowledge of people.

Manikarnika Ghat

Manikarnika Ghat is one of the holiest ghats of the Varanasi, It is believed that to attain the endless cycle of birth and death, one should spend the last few days of life at this ghat. This Ghat is considered a gateway to the next life. According to mythology, it is believed that Mata Satti ears have fallen here. This ghat got this name after Maharani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, who was born here.

Banaras Hindu University

In 1916, Madan Mohan Malviya established Banaras Hindu University. It is the largest residential university in the Indian continent. The university has a long list of famous alumni and faculty. On this campus, there is Vishwanathan Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This place has a beautiful garden and awesome architecture. Many students from all over the world come here for higher studies.

Durga Temple

Durga Temple is one of the main temples of Varanasi City. In this temple, Goddess Durga is worshiped. In the 18th century, this temple was built, located near Durga Ghat on the bank of Ganga River. The temple has great religious importance in Hinduism. Next, to the temple, there is one Kund. It is believed that the idol of Goddess Durga was not built by any human; it appeared its own in the temple. This is the most visited place by locals and tourists.

Ganga Aarti

Ganga aarti is the main attraction of Varanasi. To give respect, praise and thanks to Ganga River, Ganga aarti is performed daily. It is a grand celebration of Varanasi. This aarti is a splendid event in Varanasi; one should not miss this during the visit of Varanasi. Ganga aarti gives the spiritual feel to tourists during their stay in Varanasi.

Apart from the above places, tourists can visit Tibetan temple, Nepali temple, Kedar ghat, Batuk Bhairav Mandir, Bharat Mata Mandir, Shivala Ghat, Manmandir Ghat, Ramnagar Fort, Chunar Fort, Vishwanath Gali and many More. There are Best Hotels In Varanasi where you can take rest and can have food. This city is the birthplace of many saints like Saint Kabir, Saint Tulsi Das, Shankaracharya, Ramanuja, and Patanjali.